Level 2 Creative Music Industries
at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider
What the college says
This course is now full at Wakefield for September 2026 enrolment. Please see our wide range of alternative course options within Music and other subject areas, which still have places available. If you wish to be added to a waiting list for this specific course, please select ‘request information’ to make an enquiry, however there will be no guarantee of a place becoming available, so we encourage you to continue looking at other options. For further information, contact course information on courseinfo@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk or call 01924 789111. If you’ve got a passion for music and want to broaden your skills, develop current musicianship skills and career opportunities through practical learning, then the Rockschool music study programme is right for you. You will develop your music performance and musicianship skills, gain knowledge of how the current music industry works and learn how to develop compositional skills both in groups and independently. Students will have the opportunity to use the latest recording software and facilities whilst developing their studio recording skills. You will also have the opportunity to discover musical styles and influences of popular music. Additionally, you will work as an active member of a band working towards a range of performances in internal and external music venues. As part of all the courses you will develop your confidence, team working skills, independent study, creativity in writing and performing and showmanship. Rocksc
What you need to get on
3 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English and Maths and a satisfactory interview/audition. OR Level 1 Music, Performance & Production Arts at Merit Grade and Level 1 English and Maths and a satisfactory interview/audition.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Wakefield College
Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH
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Start dates
- 30 September 2026 · Wakefield
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